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Books Plus: Movies, money & candidates

Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.
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Edward Scissorhands

Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.

COQUITLAM
• TOMORROW: Feel the Beat — BC Culture Days: Saturday, Sept. 29, 2 to 4 p.m. at the City Centre branch, everyone is invited to enjoy an afternoon of drumming performances in celebration of BC Culture Days. Performances will include Korean and Chinese drummers. All ages are welcome.
• Election candidates Meet, Greet and Eat: Come by and meet local candidates running for Coquitlam mayor and council in the Oct. 20 civic election Sunday, Sept. 30, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in Rooms 136 and 137 at the City Centre branch. Drop-in, no registration required. Light refreshments will be served.
• Thanksgiving Storytime: Parents and children aged birth to six years old are invited to spend quality family time together enjoying songs, stories and rhymes Monday, Oct. 8 in Room 137 at the City Centre branch. No registration necessary — just drop in.
• Introduction to virtual reality: People ages 14 to 30 years can find out what virtual reality (VR) is all about in this one-day workshop. Spend the morning exploring the history of VR, the future career opportunities and skills needed to work in the field. The afternoon will be filled with hands-on activities where you will build your first VR application. Lunch is not included. This standalone class can be taken on either Saturday, Oct. 6 or Nov. 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Room 137 at the City Centre branch. Register by phoning 604-554-7334. This program is a partnership with the Advanced Education Institute of Canada.
For more information about any of these programs, visit www.coqlibrary.ca. The City Centre branch is located at 1169 Pinetree Way and the Poirier branch at 575 Poirier St.

PORT MOODY
• SFU Philosopher’s Café: Financial Literacy in our Daily Lives: Monday, Oct. 1 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., the discussion will focus on the importance of financial literacy in our daily lives. With changing forms of currency and trade, how do we stay up to speed on the rules? Drop in to this program in the ParkLane Room, no registration required.
• Power of attorney: Oct. 2 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the ParkLane Room, Seniors First BC will present a workshop that will provide older adults with information to protect their finances, to recognize and respond to financial abuse, and to access resources for assistance. It will focus on the importance of advance planning, forms of financial abuse through joint bank accounts and powers of attorney, and strategies to deal with financial abuse. Call 604-469-4577 to register.
• Photographing British Columbia with Frank Townsley: Discover the breathtaking landscapes, flora and fauna of our province with photographer Frank Townsley. Oct. 4 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Frank will share the stories behind the images in his book British Columbia: Graced By Nature’s Palette. Call 604-469-4577 to register.
For more info, visit library.portmoody.ca or call 604-469-4577. Port Moody Public Library is located at 100 Newport Dr., in the city hall complex.

TERRY FOX
• TOMORROW: Artist in the Library: Celebrate Culture Days 2018 with an amazing interactive ceramics display. Potter and ceramic artist Clive Tucker will demonstrate how to make imaginative sculptures and pots in clay Sept. 29 from noon to 3 p.m. (drop-in).
• Movie Night: Come to the library for a free movie. Fox will be celebrating 30 years of movie films with classics and fan favourites on Mondays through Nov. 5 (except Oct. 8), 6 to 8 p.m. Movies are: Mrs. Doubtfire, Arrival, Edward Scissorhands, Catch Me If You Can and Runaway Jury.
• Personal Planning: An Overview: The wisdom of having a personal plan is emphasized in this presentation. Representation agreements, powers of attorney and advance directives are needed to express your wishes regarding personal care, certain financial matters and end-of-life care if you are no longer able to speak for yourself. This is presented by COSCO Seniors Health and Wellness Institute Society Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Call or visit the library to register.
For more info, visit www.fvrl.bc.ca or the Fraser Valley Regional Library Facebook page. Terry Fox Library is located 2470 Mary Hill Rd. in PoCo. Phone 604-927-7999.